Chicago dumpster permit
25% of homes are detached houses. If yours has a driveway, the container can usually go there and skip the city permit.
| Permit | Dumpster Permit (public way), Municipal Code 10-28-799 |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) |
| Fee | Usage: Class A (<=30 cu yd) $50 for 1-3 days / $100 per month; Class B $100 / $200; inside CBD $100/$200 (A), $200/$400 (B). Plus one-time application fee: $22.05 residential street, $55.13 arterial, $90.37 CBD. |
| Rules | Only companies providing dumpsters apply (online only); $1,000,000 liability insurance naming the City; $5,000 minimum letter of credit; 3-day or monthly terms. |
Official sources
- chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/cdot/permit/2025/CDOT%202025%20Perm
- chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/cdot/permit/2025/Dumpster%20Applica
Read from these pages in October 2026. Fees change, often at the start of the city’s fiscal year; confirm before you book.